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gaff–topsail
noun gaff–top·sail \ˈgaf-ˈtäp-ˌsāl, -səl\
Definition of GAFF-TOPSAIL
: a usually triangular topsail with its foot extended upon the gaff — see sail illustration
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First Known Use of GAFF-TOPSAIL
1794
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